neckdissection
Neck dissection is a surgical procedure to remove lymph nodes and surrounding tissues from the neck. It is most commonly performed to treat head and neck cancers, particularly those that have spread to the lymph nodes in the neck. The extent of the dissection depends on the location and stage of the cancer.
There are several types of neck dissections, including radical, modified radical, and selective dissections. A radical
The decision to perform a neck dissection and the type of procedure chosen are based on a
Recovery from neck dissection can vary depending on the extent of the surgery. Potential complications include